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The project will replace the existing aged Town Wastewater Treatment Plant with a new pump station, which will pump sewage flows to an existing pipe located in Smithfield.
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Disruptions to traffic will be minimized, and in most cases, a single lane of traffic will be maintained. No planned detours are anticipated but flagging will be used to help direct traffic as needed. The majority of the project work will be located within the public and private right-of ways, easements, and HRSD property.
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The contractor will ensure access to residences and at least one entrance to businesses will be maintained throughout construction. Trash and mail services will not be affected. If necessary, the contractor will move trash containers from within a work zone to an area accessible for pickup, and will be responsible for returning them to each residence.
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Work will typically take place Monday through Friday during daylight hours (7 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). However, there may be times when extended hours, work at night, or weekend work may be necessary.
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Your water and sewer service should not be impacted by this project.
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The majority of the work will be outside of pavement limits but within the public right-of-way and easements adjacent to roadways. Major road crossings will be completed by tunneling under the roadway. Several minor roads will be open cut. Any surface features including pavements, curb, sidewalks, etc. damaged during construction will be restored.
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The typical construction noises such as equipment engines and back-up alarms, materials being delivered, diesel generators and air compressors, sawing and the like should be anticipated.
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The contractor will keep some supplies within the active work zone, in the public right-of way. Other materials will be stored at the existing Town Wastewater Treatment Plant site or in an offsite location.
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Construction workers will park within the active work zone where feasible. Parking on private property, blocking of driveways, or parking in a manner impacting mail, refuse collection, or buses will not be permitted.
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The estimated cost for the project is $42,315,671 million, and it is financed by the wastewater treatment fees paid by HRSD customers.
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HRSD is not requiring residents to hook up to the new force main sewer line.
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Regular project updates are posted on the HRSD website at www.hrsd.com/construction-status. You may also sign up at www.hrsd.com/subscriptions to receive an email notification whenever the website has an update about the project.
If you have any questions, concerns or comments about the project, please feel free to contact: Lisa Bolen, HRSD Public Information Specialist, at 757.460.7000 or lbolen@hrsd.com.